What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Garrel?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Garrel is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Garrel?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Garrel is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Garrel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Garrel. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Garrel Kirche via Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße, Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and Cloppenburg Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Cologne to Garrel?

The distance between Cologne and Garrel is 288 km. The road distance is 281.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Garrel without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Garrel without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €50 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Garrel?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Cologne to Garrel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Garrel bus from?

Cologne to Garrel bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Garrel?

The best way to get from Cologne to Garrel is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Cologne to Garrel bus arrive?

Cologne to Garrel bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Garrel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Garrel is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cologne to Garrel.

Where can I stay near Garrel?

There are 678+ hotels available in Garrel.

Cologne to Garrel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Garrel by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Cloppenburgtrain Re18 / ...
5h 2m
€50–85
Drive 281.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Garrelcar 281.1 km
2h 30m
€40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Osnabrück Hannoversche Straßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB to Cloppenburg Bahnhofbus Re18
6h 47m
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Mülheim Hauptbahnhof to Osnabrück Hbftrain Re2
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Cloppenburgtrain
6h 44m
€65–85

Cologne to Garrel by train and bus

81Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.6 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Garrel, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Garrel Kirche via Osnabrück Hbf, Cloppenburg, and Cloppenburg Bahnhof in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Garrel Kirche via Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße, Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB, and Cloppenburg Bahnhof in around 6h 47m.

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